Blessing Acupuncture

Rikke Blessing is just that, a blessing! My husband and I tried to get pregnant for many years. I have no doubt that my fertility acupuncture treatments with Rikke was instrumental in helping us to finally achieve our goal and we now have a beautiful, healthy baby. I have also seen Rikke for pain treatment and I joined her prenatal Pilates class her at the Monterey Pilates Studio. She tailors her treatments specifically to each individual. She listens and understands, she soothes and guides. Her acupuncture helped my body sustain my baby, helped me manage my pain and her Pilates instruction helped my body stay fit and flexible in preparation for labor. If I were going to try to conceive again I wouldn’t change a thing, I would continue to work with Rikke every step of the way

If you’re researching Rikke, you’re likely wanting to conceive a child. I know how extremely sensitive this situation is. Because of a medical condition, I was told by two different doctors that I wouldn’t be able to have kids easily. My periods were few (3 – 5 times a year) and I likely didn’t ovulate. If I did conceive I would more than likely miscarry. So I absolutely understand that desire to become and be a mother. Also, I’m in the medical profession. Therefore I can give you a perspective based on these point of views.
I decided to do acupuncture and herbal teas because if I wasn’t meant to naturally have children I didn’t want to subject myself to medications and/​or procedures. I was willing to accept God’s will. And I acknowledge eastern medicine as a legitimate form of treatment for certain ailments.
Here are the facts regarding my case: I first saw her May 1, 2013 and was pregnant by the end of June. My son was born late Feb 2014. She listened to what my symptoms were, in relation to my monthly cycles, and instinctually knew what she needed to needle. This in combination with the herbal teas were extremely effective. Rikke was also quite knowledge of medical conditions, anatomy, and medical pathophysiology, clearly explaining to me what was going on within my body based on my symptoms and their timing. I was pretty impressed seeing that she also owned several of the medical tomes/​books I had studied out of.
Not only had Rikke played a part with helping me getting pregnant, she helped with some of the symptoms I experienced during the pregnancy: headaches, nausea, sciatica, and severe neuropathy of my leg. Not only that, she was a great resource during my pregnancy, offering advice and wisdom to ease my mind during the three trimesters. I was glad to visit her every week because it felt like a date with a girlfriend. She was there from beginning to end of my pregnancy, so she knew everything that was going on.
It was an investment going every week, but well worth the money. I have my son (whom doctors said would never exist) and a new lifelong friend.

A friend of mine used Rikke for acupuncture treatments while she tried IVF successfully and she had so many great things to say about Rikke. She told me that one of the couples in her birthing class had started using Rikke after trying for a couple years and two months later they were pregnant. This definitely gave me a reason to try it out.
We set up and appointment with her and about 2 months after, I was pregnant naturally! She had so much helpful advice. She is a mom herself so I feel she understands and can really relate to what women/mom’s go through. I had never had acupuncture before Rikke’s office but I found it to be extremely relaxing and she is so gentle it did not hurt at all. I will definitely continue in the future. She is such a good source of knowledge about pregnancy and childbirth for that reason alone I would recommend her.
Feel free to email me or message me if you want to discuss my experience. I was a little skeptical at first, but it totally worked for us!
Update — I was pregnant again and my daughter was breech at 38 weeks. I contacted Rikke to see if anything could be done. I was scheduled to have an aversion procedure at the hospital in a week. She performed Moxibustion and gave me a lot of other tips. The amount of moving of the baby from Moxibustion was just amazing, my husband thought I was crazy at first but once he saw the baby move, he was a believer. When we got to the hospital on Monday for the procedure, my doctor was amazed that the baby had flipped because she had limited in room in there. I told her I had moxibustion done and she said it has been used for many years to flip babies :) Amazing! Rikke Blessing has saved me so many times and I am so grateful for her. I only wish for everyone to have her blessing on their pregnancies :)

I have been seeing Rikke Blessing for about 10 years. She has helped me through a multitude of issues ranging from joint inflammation & pain to lack of energy to managing the toll stress can take on the body. Most recently I was suffering from plantar faciitis which was so painful that I started walking funny resulting in sciatica. Rikke thoughtfully and carefully treated me several times a week for about a month and cured both. I remember telling her it was a miracle! I continue to see Rikke on a regular basis to manage general well being. Every visit leaves me refreshed and peaceful!

Rikke was highly recommended by a close friend of mine, and I can’t say enough good things about her or the healing powers of acupuncture. Whether you are using acupuncture to compliment other fertility treatments or solely getting acupuncture, I highly recommend it throughout the process of trying to conceive as well as throughout your pregnancy. It has really helped me to have an easy pregnancy thus far and it is proven to reduce a lot of the negative symptoms of pregnancy such as nausea. Rikke is very knowledgeable about pregnancy symptoms and what to expect, and she’s always happy to answer any questions you may have which is a nice addition to the little time you may have with your obgyn or midwife. The new space is very serene too, and every time I leave a session I feel extremely relaxed.

Words cannot express what a blessing Dr. Blessing is. She really has the perfect name. She is an outstanding and amazing woman and so talented at what she does.
My story is personal, but as I write this review I hope you will find the urge to reach out to Dr. Blessing like I did. Drs told me that I would not be able to have children as I struggle with PCOS. I was officially diagnosed at the PCOS clinic in San Francisco. I saw many specialists that day and felt discouraged after I left. I had many eggs but it would be nearly impossible to allow one to become a baby one day.
I found Dr. Blessing through a quick google search although I had already was willing to drive to LA or SF once a week to get treatments. Ya right would I find someone so talented and who legitimately knows the human body. I was so wrong.
I found Dr. Blessing and went in. I was scared and excited to see what she might be able to help me with. She listened to me as she asked the right questions to get a sense of where my body was. I immediately had a session and then continued weekly for the next year. I immediately got my period after 3 sessions with Dr. Blessing. I hadn’t had one without birth control for a long long time. I went from 60 day cycles to 30 day cycles to pregnant to a son.
Without Dr. Blessing I would not be a mommy.
She was able to help me allow my body to do what God created it to do naturally, just with some help! I did take some herbs, which were the most horrible tasting things… but it did help with my cycle.
I encourage you to be patient as every body is different. I went weekly for a YEAR before I got pregnant, but it was worth it. Dr. Blessing didn’t just become my acupuncturist but a dear friend. Poor Dr. Blessing became my listening ear every week, my cheerleader and encouragement when I didn’t think it was worth it anymore to continue my sessions.
Thank you Rikke for your service to me. Being a mommy is amazing and I wouldn’t be one without you.
I recommend anyone and everyone to visit Dr. Blessing.

I can’t express how much Rikke Blessing has helped me. My husband and I have been battling infertility for over two years now. I became almost depressed going through this. Finally a friend, who works in the medical industry, referred me over to Rikke. After going to Rikke, I became happier, healthier, and stronger. Not only does Rikke Blessing help me with my infertility, but she has helped me during sessions with my sinuses /​allergies and migraines. Rikke gives her patients an immense amount of emotional support and great advice. I leave Rikke’s office feeling the best me possible.
She specializes in women’s health, including; trying to conceive, infertility, pregnancy, post pregnancy, and menopause. She is not limited to women’s health though, she also helps with all of our aches, pains, and medical conditions. To sum it up, Rikke Blessing truly is, «a blessing».

I wasn’t normally one for natural healing practices, but I wanted to try acupuncture for general ailments like shoulder pain, stress, and anxiety. My co-​workers highly recommended Rikke and I have been going to her for one year and a half now. She has a very calming disposition and really knows what she’s doing. She takes HSA /​HRAs, which helps generally healthy people, take advantage of their employer health benefits. I’m a convert for sure!

Words do not express how thankful I am that I found Rikke. When I first came to her over a year and a half ago, I was broke. Literally. I was loosing a battle with autoimmunity that involved unbalanced hormones and 75% hair loss, I was nearly bald, I couldn’t sleep through the night and could barely hold a thought. Rikke worked closely with my naturopathic doctor and referred to all the tests I had run to determine the correct course of treatment. Each session she reminded me that the power to heal was within my grasp. Each session she celebrated the small wins with me while encouraging me even more. She helped me stay the path of the major life changes I had to make by offering gentle encouragement and honest advice. Rikke listened actively and deeply to what I said and perhaps more importantly, what I didn’t say. She is a skilled partner in healing and I am forever grateful that I found her. I know she is part of the reason that today, a year and a half later, I have a full head of hair, balanced hormones and my autoimmunity is in remission.

I was hesitant to turn to acupuncture for our infertility but after one second with Rikke I knew I was in the right place. She made me feel so comfortable and her knowledge of the process and what works helped me tremendously. I can’t put in to words how much I appreciate her and the role she played in my journey to being a mom. I wouldn’t have made it through without her. Hands down she’s the best on the peninsula! I would recommend her to anyone. Infertility, pain management, the common cold, the list goes on — Rikke can help you.

Blessing Acupuncture is the best! I see Rikke for hip pain, among other things. After years of discomfort, she has helped me tremendously. I thoroughly enjoy the feeling of release from life’s pressures and the calm that follows. Amazes me every time! She’s always busy but is almost always available. :) Go see Rikke! You can’t go wrong.

(This review is being written by my wife)
Rikke is, in a word, awesome! I saw her consistently for the duration of my last pregnancy, as well as post partum. I firmly believe that seeing Rikke on a regular basis is a large reason why I had a uncomplicated pregnancy. Not only is Rikke professional, well educated, and extremely knowledgeable, she is also incredibly supportive and empathetic.
If you are seeking acupuncture for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, or even just acupuncture in general, I can not more enthusiastically recommend Rikke’s services. Make your appointment to see her today!

I went to Rikke around the time my husband and I decided we wanted to have a baby. Rikke is incredibly knowledgable and I felt very comfortable asking her questions. I feel that the treatments from Rikke contributed greatly to me being able to conceive quickly and have a wonderful pregnancy. The discomforts during pregnancy were treated successfully. The welcoming and calm environment was very relaxing. I always looked forward to my appointments.
I cannot recommend Blessing Acupuncture enough!